Ready to take the next step in your career and craft fresh dairy excellence onboard?
Casaro (Cheese Maker) – Onboard Our Ships:
WHAT YOU WILL DO
You will coordinate and organize the daily preparation of all fresh dairy products in your assigned area, in line with the daily menu, while supporting the galley team to a high-quality standard.
Prepare and mix ingredients, including portioning, chopping and storing food, so products are always ready for recipe preparation
Prepare all fresh dairy products daily and, when needed, support food preparation, ensuring everything is composed, displayed and served to recipe and temperature standards
Check that loadings from the provision area match the requisition form, reporting promptly to ensure the correct requisition
Keep your assigned area tidy, clean and sanitized, storing utensils properly in line with HACCP standards
Guarantee the safe use of equipment and machinery, reporting any maintenance need, unsafe condition or injury for a fast and effective solution
Take part in daily meetings and actively contribute to a safe, positive working environment and a strong safety culture
WHO YOU ARE
You bring solid kitchen experience and a genuine passion for fresh dairy production, thriving in a fast-paced, multicultural environment where precision and teamwork make the difference.
Required
Upper secondary school diploma, preferably in Hospitality
At least 2 years of experience in a hotel in the same position, or 1 year of Culinary Master
Knowledge of food safety regulations and HACCP certification
Basic command of the English language (minimum A2 level)
Knowledge of galley functioning, of products and of quantities according to recipes, with strong attention to detail and team spirit
Nice to have
Experience with fresh, handmade dairy and cheese production
Experience in multicultural or international environments
WHAT WE OFFER
Your contract
Fixed-term, full-time contract onboard, typical duration 4–6 months
Meals and accommodation included throughout your contract
Your life onboard:
International experience combining travel, personal development, and independence
Travel & logistics: transport covered (flights/trains) for embarkation, disembarkation, and transfers
Meals & consumption: free daily buffet meals (breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, dinner)
Discounts on onboard restaurants and bars
Accommodation & services: assigned double cabin with bathroom
Cabin cleaning + free laundry service (crew launderette and uniforms)
Package delivery service
Connectivity & tools: free internet (250 MB/month) + free WhatsApp text
Discounts on shops, products, hairdresser, and SPA
Wellbeing & health: free medical assistance onboard and ashore
Welfare and wellbeing programs (sports, events, monthly activities)
Leisure time: access to gym, lounge, bar, pool, and solarium for crew
Crew excursions + discounts on guest tours
Family & friends: opportunity to host family/friends (min. 30 days/year after 4 months)
Discover what life onboard looks like: https://career.costacrociere.it/shipside-benefits/
Your growth
Structured onboarding + welcome kit
Mentorship program with a dedicated mentor
Clear career path within your department
Learning Officer for skills development and continuous improvement
Development model to identify and promote talented individuals
Learn about our culture and values: https://career.costacrociere.it/explore-your-potential/
WHY COSTA
Our community brings together individuals from different parts of the world, fostering connections and collaboration across cultures, enriched by different perspectives and experiences. We are here to bring happiness and provide unforgettable memories and experiences to our guests.
Costa belongs to the Carnival Corporation, the largest cruise company in the world. We are the only Italian cruise company flying the Italian flag, sailing the world’s seas for more than 75 years, offering our guests a unique experience on board and on land.
We are united by a shared passion: to drive success and live our ambition. Whether on board or shoreside, we bring energy, creativity, and a spirit of adventure to everything we do.
Take the next step, join Costa
Additional Info
Contract type: Fixed-term, full-time
Application deadline: 15/09/2026
Estimated time to cover the position: 2 months
Time required to submit the application: approximately 3 minutes
CV Format: PDF, Word or Image format in English or Italian (max 1.5 MB)
E-mail/contact of the recruiting team (not for submitting applications):
[email protected]
Further information: visit our dedicated section Shipside FAQs – Costa Crociere Careers (https://career.costacrociere.it/shipside-faqs/)
